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What's HOT for Spring Exteriors? Hoffman Landscapes' 2020 Look Book. Get Inspired!
Landscaping and construction businesses will remain open during the quarantine period, as they are considered "essential businesses." To adhere to social distancing, Hoffman Landscapes will offer phone or video call consultations. They can assess your...
10 Things to Do at Home to Make the Best of the Current Restrictions from Covid-19
The latest restrictions have left many of us with our children out of school, cancelling our trips for spring break, working from home and basically unable to participate in many of our normal activities. Social distancing and avoiding crowds have...
Working Moms & Coronavirus School Closures: How to Deal
If you’re a working mom who already felt constantly pulled between two busy worlds, coronavirus school closures (and adding a “teacher” job to your daily To Dos) can be incredibly overwhelming. We turned to Lauren Smith Brody, the author of The Fifth Trimester:...
Anxiety & School Closures: How to Help Kids
Recently, we spoke to The Local Moms Network contributor Caitlyn Dunn, LCSW, about how to speak to kids about coronavirus. In the few weeks since then, many schools across the country have closed—some with little notice. Parents may be wondering not only...
Saint Jane Founder Casey Georgeson Talks Clean Beauty!
A few months ago, we introduced you to Casey Georgeson, the inspiring mom of three behind Saint Jane Beauty, a clean CBD beauty brand known for their luxurious and effective serums and lip glosses. (Read her Meet a Mom here.) After chatting more with...
DJ Joe Rocks the Extra Chromosome: Free Virtual Dance Parties to Share the Love
Back by popular demand, DJ Joe will host a Free Virtual Dance Party II on Saturday, 3/28 from 6:30pm - 7:30pm! Joe is a participant at STAR, Inc., Lighting the Way, a not–for-profit serving individuals impacted by intellectual and developmental disabilities...
Ten Uplifting Books to Read While You Are Social Distancing
To focus on positive things during these uncertain times, we turned to the new Sassy Girl blog. Sassy Girl Book Reviews launched this month by local mom Alex Eising, a former fundraiser and librarian. In between taking care of her family and helping her children with...
The Darien Foundation Cancels Benefit & Pivots to Support Corbin Cares
The Darien Foundation is joining forces with other non-profits and local businesses to feed local seniors and families in need The Darien Foundation has canceled its annual fundraiser, ‘Yacht Rock On,’ originally scheduled for April 25, 2020....
Darien Nonprofits Band Together with Local Businesses To Feed Seniors & Families in Need
Corbin Cares, The Community Fund of Darien, The Darien Foundation, and Food Rescue US lead efforts to fund and distribute healthy and safely delivered meals With local restaurants closed except for take-out and delivery, and financial instability...
Hiking Ideas in Fairfield County!
This story was provided by Steph Stellwagen, the mom behind travel & lifestyle blog Steph Stell. She lives with her daughter and husband in New Canaan.Taking to the TrailsThe woods have always provided a place of comfort and escape from the time I...
Summer Day Camp Guide 2020
With spring in the air, it's time to start thinking about summer camps and outdoor activities! Check out our summer guide to get your children registered in day camps for all ages. Click on our Summer Day Camp Guide 2020, and get ready for summer fun...
How to Assist Darien Residents Financially Affected by COVID-19: Donate to The Community Fund of Darien’s Touch-A-Life Fund
The Community Fund of Darien’s “Touch-A-Life” fund, in cooperation with Darien’s Department of Human Services, has been supporting Darien residents with urgent financial needs since 2005. Many of our town’s residents are in need of assistance with rent, utilities,...
How You Can Help: A List of Local Organizations
As many schools in our area have decided to close and grocery store shelves empty, some non profit organizations are in desperate need of donations. Check the list below to see how you can help! Filling In The Blanks Filling in the Blanks is putting out a call for an...
Quick Tip From Genius On The Go: Cloud Backup vs. Local Backup
Ever wonder what the difference between a cloud backup and a local back up? The experts at Genius on the Go share their quick tip on this topic!
Talking to Kids About Coronavirus: 5 Things to Remember
Covid-19 (often referred to as "coronavirus") is clearly top of mind for all of us—moms, dads, and, as a result, kids. Even the littlest ears pick up things, and small kids can feel our anxiety as well as notice our actions. Bigger kids and teens, of course, are...
Ready to Dive into Summer Fun?
Haggerty Pools specializes in swimming pool & spa service construction and restoration With warm weather on the horizon, families are sprucing up their backyards and getting ready for spring and summer entertaining. If you’re...
Get to Know Stokke—And Why Your Baby Should, Too!
Have you heard of Stokke, the Scandinavian brand that is designing better products that strengthen the bond between babies and parents? Not only are these beautiful pieces manufactured to be completely safe and ergonomic (for both children and parents!), but they’re...
The Top 5 Reasons To Upgrade/Replace Your AC (From Our Friends at Gault)
Many homeowners go through a battle year over year as to whether or not it is time to replace their air conditioning system; do you prepare now and replace it or take the risk of making it through one more summer? Gault Energy & Home Solutions has polled their technicians to find out the top five reasons to replace or upgrade your AC this season.
Tickets On Sale for Darien Foundation's "Rock The Yacht" event
Tickets Now on Sale for Darien Foundation's "Rock the Yacht" event, taking place on Saturday, April 25, 2020. Event to feature auction, full bar, buffet and popular band 3 Sheets to the Wind. For tickets and more details, visit https://darienfoundation.org/
High Rise Summer Camp is BACK in Summer 2020!!!
High Rise Basketball started out as a summer basketball camp and has evolved into a full service, year-round player development organization featuring over 20 programs for boys and girls ages 5 & up. The program was founded in 2011 by Bobby Spezzano & Drew...